Allied Health – Respiratory Therapist

We have an immediate opening for a Respiratory Therapist for a 6 month contract at a State Supported Living Center in Austin, TX.  

Details: 

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapy 
• Location: Austin, TX
• Facility Type: State Supporting Living Center
• Hourly Rate: $45
• Start Date: 7/1/2024
• Assignment Type: 6 month contract 
• Shift Hours: M-F 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Duties Include:

• Work involves initiating and conducting therapeutic procedures, including the application of oxygen and compressed air as directed by physician orders; provides technical assistance in artificial ventilation, tracheostomy care and in conducting pulmonary function tests; consults with physicians, nursing staff, and other medical staff to report individual’s condition, status, progress and responses.
• Assists physicians, registered therapists, and other medical professional staff in the assessment and updates of respiratory conditions of the residents; prepares daily reports and documents on the Medication Treatment Record and in the Integrated Progress Notes.
• The Respiratory Therapist provides competency-based training on abdominal breathing exercises and breathing techniques for residents, staff and family members to ensure they are able to demonstrate the skill they are expected to perform; monitors staff performance to ensure knowledge and skill for quality of care purposes; maintains and repairs respiratory therapy equipment, and monitors equipment to make sure proper adjustments are made and equipment is cleaned to prevent infections.
• The Respiratory Therapist attends Interdisciplinary Team Meetings for specific individuals receiving respiratory care therapy, acting as the primary information resource for reporting respiratory condition and therapeutic progress.
• Works under the general supervision of a physician, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements:

• Must be certified as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Texas. 
• Experience in respiratory therapy work. 
• Previous experience working with Individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities (IDD) is preferred.

Benefits:
Our providers are the heart and soul of Medical Edge Recruitment, and we are pleased to offer the following benefit package:

• Comprehensive health plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision and other ancillary benefits
• Referral Bonuses
• Weekly Direct Deposit
• Travel & Housing Stipends
• Extensive Housing Network and Corporate discounts
• Rewards & Recognition program
• Dedicated Licensing & Compliance team
• 24/7 Team Support

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